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Ozempic and other GLP-1 receptor agonists are widely prescribed for weight loss and blood sugar management, but patients often wonder about less common side effects like shortness of breath

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Two medication categories commonly incorporated into medical weight loss programs are GLP-1 medications and GLP-1 + GIP combination medications